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9781560069232

The Wetlands

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  • ISBN13:

    9781560069232

  • ISBN10:

    1560069236

  • Format: Hardcover
  • Copyright: 2003-04-01
  • Publisher: Greenhaven Pr
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Summary

Explains what a wetland is, why it is important, threats facing this ecosystem, and efforts to protect wetlands.

Table of Contents

Introduction Changing Wetlands 6(9)
What Is a Wetland?
9(17)
The Benefits of Wetlands
26(17)
Wetland Destruction
43(14)
Wetland Degradation
57(16)
Protecting Wetlands
73(16)
Notes 89(2)
Glossary 91(2)
Organizations to Contact 93(2)
Suggestions for Further Reading 95(2)
Works Consulted 97(6)
Index 103(8)
Picture Credits 111(1)
About the Author 112

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